Abnormal M1/M2 macrophage switching in small airway wall and lumen of smokers and COPD patients

M. Eapen (Hobart, TAS, Australia)

Source: International Congress 2017 – New insights into pathogenesis of lung disease 
Session: New insights into pathogenesis of lung disease 
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 2016
Disease area: Airway diseases

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